19 Best Ice Cream Shops in Charleston

Freddo's Cafe & Ice Cream Ice Cream Shop • $$
239 1/2 King St, Charleston

Customers` Favorites

Italian Mascarpone and Dulce De Leche
Dulce De Leche Choco Chip
Alfajor - Cookie Sandwich
Gelato Cappuccino Freddo
Waffle Cone One Scoop
Two Scoops of Gelato
Chocolate Ice Cream
One Scoop of Gelato
10 Baked Empanadas
2 Flavors Gelato

“The best empanadas, ice cream and customer service!! We love the beef and ham/cheese flavors.“

4.8 Superb229 Reviews
Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams Ice Cream Shop • $$
501-A King St, Charleston

Customers` Favorites

Buttercrisp Waffle Cones
Brambleberry Crisp
Wildberry Lavender
Texas Sheet Cake
Ice Cream Cone
Vanilla Bean
Butter Cake
Strawberry
Peach Jam
Sorbet

“Best ice cream and waffle cone! 😊“

4.6 Superb179 Reviews
Buzzed Bull Creamery - Charleston, SC Ice Cream Shop • $$
595 King St Suite 130, Charleston

Customers` Favorites

Buzzed Honey Pecan Bourbon Milkshake
Tiger Stripes Latte - Non-Buzzed
Pint Non-Buzzed Ice Cream CYO
Ultimate Snickerdoodle The
Double Scoop Cookie Dough
Strawberry Shortcake
Honey Bourbon Pecan
Death by Chocolate
Hard Apple Pie
Cherry Cordial

“Had to wait in a short line, but the owner let us know right away. I loved the transparency. It was a cool spot to hangout in and watch the nitrogen ice cream being made right in front of our eyes. The ice cream was to die for! I can’t wait to come back!“

4.6 Superb278 Reviews
Ye Ole Fashioned Cafe & Ice Cream Ice Cream Shop • $$
1319 Sam Rittenberg Blvd #109, Charleston

Customers` Favorites

French Fries or Sweet Potato Fries
Biggest Scoops in Lowcountry
Shrimp PO Boy Sandwich
Chicken Salad Sandwich
The Impossible Burger
Super Special Sundae
Turkey Club Sandwich
Double Cheeseburger
Bacon Cheeseburger
Philly Cheesesteak

“Very cute, very clean new location in West Ashley. We enjoyed our visit on Friday night. Very juicy burgers, huge crinkle cut fries and best milkshake we’ve had in a long time. 5*“

4.6 Superb251 Reviews
Kilwins Ice Cream - Chocolate - Fudge Ice Cream Shop •
481 King St, Charleston

“I had a great experience visiting this candy store while I was in the South. The atmosphere was welcoming, the store was clean, and they had a really nice variety of candy to choose from. What stood out the most was how friendly and helpful everyone was. The staff made the visit even better with their kindness and great customer service. I’ll definitely be stopping by again whenever I’m in the area. Highly recommend!“

5 Superb53 Reviews
Off Track Ice Cream Ice Cream Shop • $$
6 Beaufain St, Charleston

Customers` Favorites

Chocolate Fudge Brownie
Strawberry Ice Cream
Cold Brew Honeycomb
Icecream Flights
Cookie and Cream
Tahitian Vanilla
Salted Pretzel
Fresh Mint Chip
Key Lime Pie
Two Scoops

“Plenty of delicious vegan options for my son!“

4.5 Superb296 Reviews
Turbo Cone Ice Cream Shop • $
828 St Andrews Blvd, Charleston

Customers` Favorites

Chocolate Vanilla Swirl Hurricone with Salted Caramel Chips Marshmallow Syrup and Brownie Bites
Milk Chocolate Ice Cream with Chocolate Dip
Vanilla Cone Dipped in Butterscotch
Chocolate Dip Vanilla Waffle Cone
Dipped Cone and Hurricone
Soft Serve Ice Cream Cone
Pineapple Whip in a Cup
Large Root Beer Float
Peanut Butter Sauce
Chocolate Sprinkles

“Great ice cream and polite staff!“

4.4 Superb133 Reviews
Whit's Frozen Custard of Charleston : James Island Ice Cream Shop •
1989 Maybank Hwy Unit 102, Charleston

“My girlfriend and I had an amazing experience, our cashier Mikey who also made our dessert was so incredibly informative and nice, props to him! We learned all about a Whitzer, and it was so nice to see someone so happy and invested in their workplace. We will definitely be back, hopefully when Mikey is working!“

4.7 Superb60 Reviews
River Street Sweets Ice Cream Shop • $$
100 N Market St, Charleston

Customers` Favorites

Chocolate Icecream
1 4 Pound Pralines
1 2 Pound Pralines
1 Pound Pralines
Free Samples

“While on vacation I stopped in to buy pralines to bring back home. The store manager did such a wonderful job of putting packages together for me. It was a great experience, and the pralines are really good! Highly recommend stopping in and getting some yourself.“

4.5 Superb117 Reviews
Gustard's Custard Ice Cream Shop •
2200 Heriot St, Charleston

“My only regret is I ate the custard so fast, I didnt get a picture! 🤣 we tried to come back a 2nd time last night but they were closed due to card reader issues. 😭 The custard is perfectly creamy and light but so delicious! Can't wait to come back when we're back in Charleston!“

4.5 Superb54 Reviews
Ye Ole Fashioned Ice Cream Ice Cream Shop • $$
474 Savannah Hwy, Charleston

Customers` Favorites

Strawberry Cheesecake and Lemon Cheesecake
Biggest Scoops in Lowcountry
Delicious Ice Cream Flavors
Regular 6 Super Dog Loaded
Onion Rings Beer Battered
Double Bacon Cheeseburger
Traditional Banana Split
Banana Pudding Ice Cream
Cheeseburger and Fries
Double Cheeseburger

“The burgers 🍔 were delicious as was the loaded fries 🍟 (with cheese & chili. The woman who took care of was very polite, helpful and friendly. It was our first visit and it won’t be our last.“

4.1 Good254 Reviews
Whit's Frozen Custard of Charleston : West Ashley Ice Cream Shop • $$
3863 W Ashley Cir suite 200, Charleston

“A friendly family oriented place to enjoy a treat with you favorite people while enjoying the best ice cream you will ever have in this lifetime!!!!!!!!“

4.2 Good40 Reviews
Republic Ice Cream Ice Cream Shop • $
431 King St, Charleston

Customers` Favorites

Around the World Chocolate Chip Ice Cream
Cool Peppermint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream
Old Fashioned Strawberry Ice Cream
Thunderstorm Chocolate Ice Cream
Homestyle Cookies and Cream
Cherry Vanilla Ice Cream
Butter Pecan Ice Cream
Mint Chocolate Chip
Cappuccino Chip

“Amazingly creamy ice cream and gluten free waffle cones! Will definitely return on my next trip to Charleston.“

3.8 Good89 Reviews
Hardscoop Distillery & Winery Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt • $
2030 Wambaw Crk Rd Ste, Charleston

“I stopped by this place on a whim- saw the sign while driving and made a spontaneous decision to turn in. IM SO GLAD I DID. Blake was WONDERFUL. He was very kind and patient- he offered to give me a small sample of every flavor and I was blown away! It's not often you see someone in the service industry take time out of their day to be so kind.This ice cream is incredible- the flavors are bright with a hint of alcohol, perfectly balanced.Thank you for your time today Blake- I will be a lifelong customer. Currently going to lowes foods to buy every pint!“

3.1 Average10 Reviews
Marble Slab Creamery Ice Cream Shop • $$
1812 Sam Rittenberg Blvd #20, Charleston

“Best service. Delicious milkshakes ❤️“

3.7 Good43 Reviews
Kilwins Ice Cream - Chocolate - Fudge Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt • $
59 S Market St, Charleston

Customers` Favorites

9 Piece Truffle Assortment
Sea-Salt Caramel Fudge
Dark Coconut Tuttles
Caramel Apple Fudge
Butter Pecan Fudge
Chocolate Fudge
Lemon Sorbet

“The best way to end an evening 😋“

3.8 Good104 Reviews
Baskin-Robbins Ice Cream Shop • $
1798 Ashley River Rd, Charleston

Customers` Favorites

Peanut Butter 'N Chocolate and Reese's Peanut Butter Cup Polar Pizza
Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Polar Pizza
Oreo Cookies 'N Cream Polar Pizza
Monster Creature Creations
Jamoca Almond Fudge
Ice Cream Cake
Banana Split

“Bought an ice cream cake for Valentine's Day. Delicious 💙“

3.5 Good46 Reviews
Community Perk Coffee Shops • $
205 Meeting St, Charleston

“This was probably the best coffee we had in Charleston! I absolutely recommend stopping in here. While prices are not listed, it's basically the same you would pay at any other coffee shop, but you will have an amazing drink! It's absolutely worth stopping in! It only took a couple minutes for both drinks. 1,000% recommend!“

4.6 Superb61 Reviews
Booze Pops Caterers •
584 King St, Charleston

“The super Mario song had me thinking it was an ice cream truck but ended up being something I never had before, a booze pop. I ended up gettin’ a Watermelon Martini and a vodka lemonade both were 15% Alc and set the temp with it being hot out. Would definitely go back to try more flavors. - 87*“

5 Superb24 Reviews

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